Dr Katie Kjelsaas - Psychologist

Dr Katie Kjelsaas - Psychologist DPsych (Clinical) BPsySc (Hons I) BA BEd

Certified EFT Therapist & Clinical Supervisor (ICEEFT) Katie is an ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist.

Katie is passionate about helping her clients achieve meaningful connections, whether with new ideas, parts of themselves or the people that matter to them. As a clinical psychologist, Katie enjoys working with couples, families and individuals. Katie also works with business leaders to enhance communication and collaboration in their partnerships. As a person of faith, Katie is able to work with ministers, pastors or lay people who wish to explore spiritual issues or themes. Katie is committed to the use of evidence-based treatments within a positive, collaborative framework. She works with her clients to understand their fundamental needs and develop appropriate action to see these needs met. Therapy is shaped by clients' goals and Katie is dedicated in supporting her clients to achieve these. She also has training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Katie is also passionate about mentoring and training other therapists. She is an ICEEFT Certified EFT Supervisor and AHPRA Approved Clinical Supervisor. Katie has completed a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at the University of Queensland. She is the recipient of the University Medal, APS Prize, McBride Psychology Prize and Tian P.S. Oei Clinical Research Prize for her academic and research work. Her published research has examined gender stereotypes, social skills, occupational burnout and the impact of online social networking on mental health. Her clinical interest areas include supporting relationship adjustment during transition points (e.g. marriage, parenthood, career change, retirement); dynamics of sexual desire; self-efficacy, self-actualisation and post-traumatic growth.

Do you need support for yourself or your relationship? Psychologist Kara Choi can help! Click the link in our bio to fi...
20/11/2025

Do you need support for yourself or your relationship? Psychologist Kara Choi can help! Click the link in our bio to find out more.

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19/11/2025

At Connections Count, we're all about connection. How can we support you to make and sustain meaningful connections? Link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au





18/11/2025

How do you currently make space for connection in your busy week? If you'd like help making intentional time with your partner a non-negotiable part of your week, connect with us! Link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au







17/11/2025

Need therapy?
Check out our new website!
We have therapists available now and we would LOVE to help you! Check us out, and let's connect. Link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au





16/11/2025

Connections Count began during the COVID 19 pandemic as a tiny solo-practice.

Dr Katie Kjelsaas had been working in a group practice in Brisbane, Australia and developing a reputation for her warm, responsive and evidence-based approach to individual and relationship therapy.

As stresses rose during COVID, couples and individuals began reaching out from around Australia and overseas: "Can you see us for therapy via Zoom? We really need help to weather this storm."

Often these were people whose jobs or reputations meant they needed therapy that was:
- Totally private
- Flexible, to fit into busy lives
Online therapy via Zoom was the perfect solution.

So, Connections Count was born, initially as a side-business to Katie's work in group practice.

From those humble beginnings, Connections Count has grown to become a collaborative team of specially trained relationship therapists able to support individuals, couples and families with private, personally tailored, industry leading psychotherapy wherever they are in the world.

Through Connections Count, Dr Katie also offers professional supervision and training for therapists; as well as coaching, consultation and training for businesses and organisations looking to leverage the power of emotion and attachment to optimise their important outcomes.

The central mission of Connections Count remains: empowering wholeness and thriving in people and systems.

We want all our clients to not just survive, but thrive in their personal and professional lives!

We support people to create and sustain meaningful connections: with new ideas, parts of themselves and the people that matter to them.

We would love to do this for you.

Check us out, then let's connect, because Connections Count!





Get to know Kerrin!Do you need support for yourself or your relationship? Psychologist Kerrin Van Der Kruk can help, an...
13/11/2025

Get to know Kerrin!

Do you need support for yourself or your relationship? Psychologist Kerrin Van Der Kruk can help, and she has near-immediate availability. Click the link in our bio to find out more.

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12/11/2025

It's World Kindness Day! Here's a great quote from John Gottman. How can you show your spouse kindness today?

If you'd like some online therapy sessions, hit the link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au








09/11/2025

Emotional Intelligence is what consistently builds closeness, resilience, and fulfillment in marriages. If this is something you'd like more of in your marriage, connect with us.
Link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au for info on online therapy sessions.








Get to know our Practice Director - Dr Katie Kjelsaas!If you'd like more information about Dr Katie, head to Connections...
06/11/2025

Get to know our Practice Director - Dr Katie Kjelsaas!

If you'd like more information about Dr Katie, head to ConnectionsCount.com.au







05/11/2025

So true - If your relationships needs some reconnection, try using uplifting and encouraging words. See what a difference it will make!








04/11/2025

At Connections Count, we're all about connection. How can we support you to make and sustain meaningful connections? Head to our website to learn more: hit the link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au





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218 Manly Road
Manly West, QLD
4179

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 4am

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Who is Katie?

D. Psyc (Clinical), B. Psy. Sc (Hons I), B. A., B. Ed. AMAPS

Certified EFT Couples’ Therapist (ICEEFT)

Katie is passionate about helping her clients achieve meaningful connections, whether with new ideas, parts of themselves or the people that matter to them.

As a Clinical Psychologist trained at the University of Queensland, Katie enjoys working with couples, individuals and families. She is committed to the use of evidence-based treatments within a positive, collaborative framework. Katie works with her clients to understand their needs and develop appropriate action to see these met. Therapy is shaped by clients’ goals and Katie is dedicated in supporting clients to achieve these.